Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg.
Your JNB to COK flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between JNB and COK:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, ر.ق. 1,393 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,488. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from JNB to COK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from JNB to COK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Book a hotel near COK if you're taking a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up the keys to a Cochin International Airport rental car from popular companies like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kochi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cochin International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Kochi. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to COK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you want to check out another great destination in India, consider Tirunelveli, about 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are among its highlights.
